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India’s premier not-for-profit organisation in broadbasing of sports at grassroots – STAIRS (Society for Transformation, Inclusion and Recognition through Sports) Foundation has today announced the joining of Ajit M. Sharan, Former Sports Secretary, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports [MYAS] as its Chairman of the Board.
Ajit M. Sharan contribution to the development of sports and sports entrepreneurship in his previous roles has been a game-changer. He’s a supporter of the role of the non-profit model in the development of sports taking advantage of CSR competencies of corporate houses.
Ajit M. Sharan, the new Chairman of the Board of Stairs Foundation, said, “Sports is today at an inflection point and has great growth potential. In the sports ecosystem of the country, STAIRS Foundation is one organisation that helps in nurturing and honing talent thus helping in realising the potential of youth and children. There’s a need for a concerted effort, not only by the government but by society at large. In the years to come STAIRS Foundation will play a big role in creating the right ecosystem to hone talent and realise India’s sporting potential and I am excited to join as its chairman of board. I look forward to working closely with the team and continuing to contribute in my own small way.”
Welcoming Ajit M. Sharan, Siddhartha Upadhyay, Member of the Governing Body of Sports Authority of India and Founder of STAIRS, said, “STAIRS Foundation is committed to make India a sporting nucleus in the world. Sports is one of the most potent ways to engage society productively and the best way to hone talent. STAIRS have been for many years, providing the necessary support, infrastructure and encouragement to underprivileged youth and children to play a sport of their choice. We are happy to announce the association of Shri Ajit M Sharan with STAIRS, whose experience and expertise will guide us towards achieving our vision as we set forward on some path-breaking programs which will be announced soon.”
Stairs has won the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar in 2016 and recognized as NSPO by government in 2019 amongst other accolades and recognition it has won.
